Fractional Program Manager

Program Manager (Senior-Level) - (UPM072226.1)

Location: Houston, TX 77058 US (Primary)

Remote/Onsite/Hybrid: Hybrid (Partial Remote)

Job Type: Part-time

# of Hires Needed: 1

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Travel: Up to 25%

Security Clearance Required: None

Pay Range (All offers will be based on experience): $100.00 - $120.00/hr

Position Introduction/Key Duties

Cimarron is seeking a senior-level Program Manager to support multiple customers within our Defense and National Security division in Houston, TX. While our headquarters is in Houston, TX, this is a remote work opportunity that will require occasional visits to our customer facilities.

Key Duties:

• Plan, coordinate, and direct the execution of program activities across all related projects to achieve strategic objectives on time and within budget, including the integration and management of ten full-time team members.
• Serve as the primary point of contact and liaison between the customer, senior leadership, and program teams, managing stakeholder relationships and communications at the executive level.
• Develop and manage program budgets, cost estimates, and financial forecasts; monitor expenditures and implement corrective actions to control costs and achieve profit objectives.
• Create and maintain program schedules, milestones, and integrated management plans; track progress against baseline and communicate status to stakeholders.
• Lead cross-functional project teams and functional managers; recruit, interview, and onboard direct reports; assign responsibilities, allocate resources, and ensure compliance with all contractual obligations and regulatory requirements throughout the program lifecycle.

Required Skills, Experience, and Education

• Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for consideration at this time.
• Ability to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening, which will include but is not limited to testing for marijuana use.
• 20 or more years of professional work experience.
  • May be reduced with the completion of advanced education.
• 5 or more years of experience in program management or project management on federal contracts or government programs.
• Proven leadership skills and demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams of eight or more personnel.
• Proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities, make sound decisions under pressure, and deliver results on time and within budget.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively present information to executive audiences and customers.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen, including proficiency with cost, schedule, and performance management.
• Proficiency with project management tools and business systems.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive customer and stakeholder relationships.
• Bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline.

Desired Skills, Experience, and Education

• Program Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification.
• Experience supporting space launch or propulsion programs.
• Background in aerospace or defense program management.
• Familiarity with government property management and accounting systems.
• Experience with federal acquisition regulations (FAR/DFARS).
• Track record of successful program execution, on-time delivery, and cost control.
• Knowledge of quality management systems including ISO 9001, ISO 27001, AS9100D, or CMMC.

Benefits

Cimarron offers an outstanding Benefits Package including:

• Health Benefits
  • Major Medical and Hospitalization
  • Vision Care
  • Preventive Care
  • Dental Care
• Ancillary Benefits
  • Life Insurance and AD&D
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Additional Life and Dependent Life Insurance
• Financial Benefits
  • 401(k) with Company Matching
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Direct Deposit
• Other Benefits
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Leave
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Wellness Program